| Day 1 | DEPART USA/CANADA
Board your overnight flight to Madrid, Spain. |
| Day 2 | ARRIVE IN MADRID
Arrive in Madrid and check-in to your hotel. The remainder of the day and evening is free to explore on your own. (B)) |
| Day 3 | MADRID
Today you will have a guided tour of Madrid, the capital and largest city in Spain. Known for its many historic districts as well as its modern infrastructure, the city’s top landmarks include the elaborate Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, Plaza Mayor, and renowned art galleries such as the Prado Museum and Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. (B) |
| Day 4 | MADRID - TOLEDO
Today, you’ll take an excursion to the walled city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient capital of Spain. Populated since pre-Roman times, its landmarks include the Alcázar, Cathedral of Toledo and the El Greco Museum. (B) |
| Day 5 | MADRID - SALAMANCA - VEGA TERRÓN - EMBARKATION
This morning, you will depart Madrid for a full-day tour of Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the center of Spain’s Castilla y León region. Your guided city tour includes the university buildings, the 12th-century Romanesque church of San Martin, the House of Shells, and a lunch featuring authentic Spanish cuisine at a local restaurant. Enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own. Later, you will be transferred to Vega Terrón to board your luxurious ship. This evening, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D) |
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| Day 6 | VEGA TERRÓN - BARCA D'ALVA - PINHÃO
After breakfast, tour Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a fortified 16th-century village perched high on a hilltop with many steep, narrow streets. Be sure to stop in the market square to admire the Chafariz dos Pretos, a striking fountain decorated with black faces. Rejoin the ship in Barca D’ Alva and enjoy a “sail away” mimosa as your ship departs early this afternoon for Pinhão. Arriving this evening, you will enjoy a wine-tasting and dinner at Quinta Avessada in Favalos. The ship moors overnight in Pinhão. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | PINHÃO – RÉGUA
This morning, enjoy an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a gothic cathedral, a museum, and cafés known for local specialties such as bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira (sparkling wine). This afternoon, enjoy the wild, rugged scenery as your ship cruises through the dramatic gorges of the Douro river valley en route to Regua. After arriving this evening, you may visit the Douro Museum. The ship overnights in Regua. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | RÉGUA – CALDAS DE AREGOS
This morning, enjoy an excursion to the palace and gardens known as the Palacio de Mateus, located in the beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes near the city of Vila Real. This afternoon, your ship departs for Caldas de Aregos. After arriving this evening, enjoy a casual BBQ with your fellow passengers on the Sun Deck. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | RESENDE, CALDAS DE AREGOS – BITETOS
This morning, visit the historic town of Resende in Caldas de Aregos. Return to the ship for lunch and cruise to Bitetos. After arriving in Bitetos this evening, savor a pre-dinner glass of Port wine and a breathtaking view of the river valley from the terrace of the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, followed by a traditional “home cooked” meal. The ship moors in Bitetos overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | BITETOS - PORTO
This morning, depart for Porto, arriving early afternoon. Your sightseeing tour of Porto will show you past 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will also have a chance to see the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast and enjoy some free time to explore the Old City on your own. For some modern culture, you may want to head to the Boavista area, where you will find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern Art. Your ship overnights in Porto. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | PORTO - GUIMARÃES
Today, enjoy an excursion to Guimarães, one of the most historic towns in Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Say farewell to your friends at the Farewell Cocktail. The ship moors in Porto overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | PORTO – DISEMBARKATION – FATIMA - LISBON
After disembarking your ship in Porto, you will be transferred to Fatima, a town renowned for its Basilica shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Explore the town and enjoy lunch on your own before continuing to Lisbon for your post-cruise stay. (B) |
| Day 13 | LISBON
One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon sprawls across several hills along the Tagus River. Your city tour visits Old Town and the spectacular 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your leisure, perhaps visiting the Castle of São Jorge or the Santa Justa Elevator that overlooks the castle, the river and Rossio Square. (B) |
| Day 14 | LISBON – SINTRA
Enjoy an afternoon excursion to Serra de Sintra, one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Portugal, former home of the Portuguese royal family, and a source of inspiration for generations of poets. You will have a guided tour and a view of the Castelo da Pena, a fairy tale castle from Portugal’s Romantic Period, situated high up on a rocky peak. (B) |
| Day 15 | LISBON
Your river cruise comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
| Day 1 | DEPART USA/CANADA
Board your overnight flight to Lisbon, Portugal. |
| Day 2 | ARRIVE IN LISBON
Arrive in Lisbon and check-in to your hotel. The remainder of the day and evening is free to explore on your own. (B) |
| Day 3 | LISBON
One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon sprawls across several hills along the Tagus River. Your city tour visits Belem Tower and the spectacular 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery. (B) |
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| Day 4 | LISBON – SINTRA
Enjoy an excursion to Serra de Sintra, former home of the Portuguese royal family, one of the most picturesque mountain villages in Portugal and a source of inspiration for generations of poets. You will have a guided tour and a view of the Castelo da Pena, a fairy tale castle from Portugal’s Romantic Period, situated high up on a rocky peak. (B) |
| Day 5 | LISBON – FATIMA – PORTO – EMBARKATION
Today you will leave Lisbon behind and be transferred to Fatima, a town renowned for its Basilica shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Explore the town and enjoy lunch on your own before continuing on to Porto to board your ship. This evening, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. The ship moors overnight in Porto. (B) |
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| Day 6 | PORTO - GUIMARÃES
Enjoy a morning excursion to Guimarães today, one of the most historic towns in Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, your sightseeing tour of Porto reveals 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will also have a chance to see the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast. Enjoy some free time to explore the Old City on your own. For some modern culture, you may want to head to the Boavista area, where you will find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern Art. The ship moors overnight in Porto. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | PORTO – CALDOS DE AREGO
You can savor a glass of Port wine and take in the breathtaking view of the river valley from the terrace of the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, where you will be served lunch. Leave mid-afternoon and cruise to Caldos de Arego, arriving in the evening. The ship moors here overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | RESENDE – RÉGUA
This morning, enjoy an excursion to Resende. Early this afternoon, your ship departs for Regua, arriving around dinner time. This evening, you will have an opportunity to visit the Douro Museum. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | RÉGUA - PINHÃO
This morning, you will have an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a gothic cathedral, a museum, and cafés known for local specialties such as bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira (sparkling wine). This afternoon, enjoy the wild, rugged scenery as your ship cruises through the dramatic gorges of the Douro river valley. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Quinta Avessada. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | PINHAÕ - BARCA D’ALVA
After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Mateus. The ship departs after lunch, arriving in Barca d’Alva in the evening. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | BARCA D’ALVA
Today you will visit Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a fortified 16th-century village perched high on a hilltop with many steep, narrow streets. Be sure to stop in the market square to admire the Chafariz dos Pretos, a striking fountain decorated in black faces. |
| Day 12 | BARCA D’ALVA – VEGA TERRON, SPAIN – DISEMBARKATION – SALAMANCA – MADRID
This morning, the ship departs mid-morning for Vega Terron in Spain, arriving a short time later. You will disembark your ship and have a full-day tour of Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the center of Spain’s Castilla y León region. Your guided city tour includes the university buildings, the 12th-century Romanesque church of San Martin, and the House of Shells. You’ll also enjoy a flamenco show and a lunch featuring authentic Spanish cuisine at a local restaurant. Later, you will be transferred to Madrid and check in to your hotel. (B,L,D) |
| Day 13 | MADRID
Today you will have a guided tour of Madrid, the capital and largest city in Spain. Known for its many historic districts as well as its modern infrastructure, the city’s top landmarks include the elaborate Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, Plaza Mayor, and renowned art galleries such as the Prado Museum and Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. (B) |
| Day 14 | MADRID - TOLEDO
Today, you’ll take an excursion to the walled city of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient capital of Spain. Populated since pre-Roman times, its landmarks include the Alcázar, Cathedral of Toledo and the El Greco Museum. (B) |
| Day 15 | DEPART MADRID
Your river cruise vacation comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
| Day 1 | VEGA TERRÓN - EMBARKATION
Embark your luxurious ship in Vega Terrón. This evening, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D) |
| Day 2 | VEGA TERRÓN - BARCA D'ALVA - PINHÃO
After breakfast, tour Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a fortified 16th-century village perched high on a hilltop with many steep, narrow streets. Be sure to stop in the market square to admire the Chafariz dos Pretos, a striking fountain decorated with black faces. Rejoin the ship in Barca D’ Alva and enjoy a “sail away” mimosa as your ship departs early this afternoon for Pinhão. Arriving this evening, you will enjoy a wine-tasting and dinner at Quinta Avessada in Favalos. The ship moors overnight in Pinhão. (B,L,D) |
| Day 3 | PINHÃO – RÉGUA
This morning, enjoy an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a gothic cathedral, a museum, and cafés known for local specialties such as bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira (sparkling wine). This afternoon, enjoy the wild, rugged scenery as your ship cruises through the dramatic gorges of the Douro river valley en route to Regua. After arriving this evening, you may visit the Douro Museum. The ship overnights in Regua. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | RÉGUA – CALDAS DE AREGOS
This morning, enjoy an excursion to the palace and gardens known as the Palacio de Mateus, located in the beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes near the city of Vila Real. This afternoon, your ship departs for Caldas de Aregos. After arriving this evening, enjoy a casual BBQ with your fellow passengers on the Sun Deck. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | RESENDE, CALDAS DE AREGOS – BITETOS
This morning, visit the historic town of Resende in Caldas de Aregos. Return to the ship for lunch and cruise to Bitetos. After arriving in Bitetos this evening, savor a pre-dinner glass of Port wine and a breathtaking view of the river valley from the terrace of the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, followed by a traditional “home cooked” meal. The ship moors in Bitetos overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | BITETOS - PORTO
This morning, depart for Porto, arriving early afternoon. Your sightseeing tour of Porto will show you past 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will also have a chance to see the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast and enjoy some free time to explore the Old City on your own. For some modern culture, you may want to head to the Boavista area, where you will find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern Art. Your ship overnights in Porto. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | PORTO - GUIMARÃES
Today, enjoy an excursion to Guimarães, one of the most historic towns in Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Say farewell to your friends at the Farewell Cocktail. The ship moors in Porto overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | PORTO - DISEMBARKATION
Disembark your cruise in Porto. (B) |
| Day 1 | PORTO - EMBARKATION
Embark your ship in Porto. Gather on board tonight for your Welcome Dinner. (D) |
| Day 2 | PORTO - GUIMARÃES
Enjoy a morning excursion to Guimarães today, one of the most historic towns in Portugal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, your sightseeing tour of Porto reveals 16th-century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent iron bridge built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel. You will also have a chance to see the elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast. Enjoy some free time to explore the Old City on your own. For some modern culture, you may want to head to the Boavista area, where you will find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern Art. The ship moors overnight in Porto. (B,L,D) |
| Day 3 | PORTO – CALDOS DE AREGO
You can savor a glass of Port wine and take in the breathtaking view of the river valley from the terrace of the 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, where you will be served lunch. Leave mid-afternoon and cruise to Caldos de Arego, arriving in the evening. The ship moors here overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | RESENDE – RÉGUA
This morning, enjoy an excursion to Resende. Early this afternoon, your ship departs for Regua, arriving around dinner time. This evening, you will have an opportunity to visit the Douro Museum. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | RÉGUA - PINHÃO
This morning, you will have an excursion to ancient and picturesque Lamego, home to one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Portugal, the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). Other attractions include a gothic cathedral, a museum, and cafés known for local specialties such as bola de Lamego (bread filled with smoked ham) and Raposeira (sparkling wine). This afternoon, enjoy the wild, rugged scenery as your ship cruises through the dramatic gorges of the Douro river valley. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Quinta Avessada. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | PINHAÕ - BARCA D’ALVA
After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Mateus. The ship departs after lunch, arriving in Barca d’Alva in the evening. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | BARCA D’ALVA
Today you will visit Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a fortified 16th-century village perched high on a hilltop with many steep, narrow streets. Be sure to stop in the market square to admire the Chafariz dos Pretos, a striking fountain decorated in black faces. |
| Day 8 | BARCA D’ALVA – VEGA TERRON, SPAIN – DISEMBARKATION
Disembark your cruise in Vega Terrón. (B) |
